Happy buses operating again
TEBEDU: The resumption of the ICQS Tebedu bus operation between Sarawak and Pontianak has brought various emotions among the people who commute using the buses. Reporters from Sarawak Tribune were able to interview our friendly neighbour from Pontianak, Indonesia on their reactions and feeling when they are able to cross to Sarawak using a bus. […]
Full valuation required much earlier
KUCHING: To prepare for the relocation of the Indonesian capital to East Kalimantan, national defence readiness in the Sarawak border region needs to get thorough assessment in advance. The Chief of the Defence Forces General Tan Sri Datuk Seri Affendi Buang said that efforts to improve security in the border area, whether in terms of […]
In search of ‘Upai Semaring’, the Leaping Giant
The study of folklore is largely the study of particular folklore genres: myth, folktale, legend, ballad, proverb, riddle, superstition, etc. – Alan Dundes, American interpreter A remote tribe sharing the Sarawak-Kalimantan border claims that a “giant” from the central highlands of Borneo founded the Kingdom of Brunei 700 years ago. I was able to trace the […]
Ba’kelalan: Gateway to North Kalimantan
Men want a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty to rescue. That is what is written in their hearts. That is what little boys play at. That is what men’s movies are about. You just see it. It is undeniable. – John Eldredge, American author A ramble into the heart of […]
Kalimantan Escapade – journey to ‘Kota Amoi’
Everybody has their own story; everybody has their own journey. – Thalia, Mexican singer After Pontianak we left for Singkawang better known as ‘Kota Amoy’ (City of Chinese damsels) – famous for fair and lovely Teo Chew and Hakka girls. Over the past two decades or so, many Sarawak Chinese have patronised the city’s eating […]
Sarawak to enhance border trade with East Kalimantan
WITH Indonesia confirming its plan to relocate its capital city to Nusantara in East Kalimantan, Sarawak needs to position itself and develop its competitive advantages, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He pointed out that Sarawak stood to gain from the rapid development with the relocation of Indonesia’s capital city because […]
Vital to establish permanent CIQS complex in Telok Melano
A NEW permanent Customs, Immigration, Quarantine and Security (CIQS) complex in Telok Melano is pertinent for a more regulated border movement between Sarawak and Kalimantan-Indonesia. With the completion of the Sematan-Telok Melano highway, Azizul Annuar Adenan (GPS-Tanjong Datu) pointed out that opportunities were ripe for border intrusion both by land and sea, especially through the […]
Authorities thwart attempts to enter Sarawak illegally
KUCHING: The General Operations Force (GOF) have thwarted two attempts of illegal entry into the state near the Sarawak-Kalimantan border in Lubok Antu, Sri Aman. The 1st Infantry Division said three individuals were intercepted at an oil palm plantation at around 9.55pm yesterday. “The detainees are three Indonesian men aged between 21 and 30, who […]
Special unit to study impact of new Indonesian capital lauded
KUCHING: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) welcomes the formation of a special task force by the federal government to study the impact of Indonesia shifting its capital to Kalimantan towards Sarawak and to plan the development of the Sarawak-Kalimantan border. “It is timely for federal government to pay special attention to this new […]
Fatimah wants Sarawak rep in special task force
KUCHING: Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that the special task force to plan the development of the Sarawak-Kalimantan border must include a representative from Sarawak as well. “The task force must include a representative from Sarawak because it affects us directly. Apart from security issues, issues on […]
